MANSFIELD – Ponds can create a sense of serenity, a focal point, and a source of recreation on your property.
They can also be used as a source of drinking water, fire suppression, and watering source for crops and livestock.
Many people think creating and owning a pond is as simple as digging a hole and letting it fill up with water.
There are a lot of factors you must consider which include how to stock and manage your pond.
If you have questions about a new or existing pond, attend the free Pond Clinic on March 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Headwaters Education Center located at 151 Home Road, Mount Gilead.
The Clinic is co-hosted by Morrow Soil and Water Conservation District and Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD).
Steve Fender of Fenders Fish Hatchery is the guest speaker and will be available to answer your pond questions.
For more information on the Clinic, contact a Soil and Water Conservation District:
Morrow SWCD: 419-946-7923 or https://mrwswcd.wixsite.com/morrowswcd
Richland SWCD: 419-747-8697 or https://richlandswcd.net/